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Allow Yourself Grace
Hey Grace Girls! Welcome to the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, a safe space created for black women to connect, encourage, uplift, and motivate one another. In this space we focus on helping black women change their lives by discarding negative thoughts, pivoting in the right direction, and shifting their mindset through cultivating a trauma free lifestyle! The Allow Yourself Grace Podcast is here to encourage black girls to live unapologetically and thrive in being authentically who they were designed to be an entire vibe! I’m your host Courtney Christten educator, content creator, life coach, counselor, and mental health enthusiast living in Houston, Texas. On this platform we will discuss it all. No topics are off limits! Now grab a notebook and pen, sit back and enjoy the show!
Episodes
113 episodes
Stop Waiting To Do What God Says | w/Special Guest Chinenye, MBA, RN, BSN (Creator of Love Yourself) Dance Experience
What are you delaying that God has already confirmed? In this powerful episode of Allow Yourself Grace, Courtney sits down with Chinenye MBA, RN, BSN, creator of the Love Yourself Dance Workout Program, to talk about obedience, faith, and movin...
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Season 9
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32:52
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Start Before You're Ready
Waiting until you feel “ready” can keep you stuck longer than fear ever will. In this video, we talk about why clarity comes from action, not perfection—and how starting where you are can change everything. If you’ve been waiting for the perfec...
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Season 9
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14:15
You’re Not Stuck, You’re Just Unaligned
Feeling stuck doesn’t always mean something is wrong it often means something is unaligned. In this episode of Conversations with Courtney, we talk about how misalignment shows up in your life, why forcing progress creates frustration, and how ...
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Season 9
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13:51
When Growth Feels Heavy
In this episode, “When Growth Feels Heavy,” we explore the pressure to constantly evolve and achieve more, even when growth feels overwhelming. Through real-life experiences and mindset shifts, this conversation is a reminder that growth doesn’...
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Season 9
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35:19
Grace, Grit, and Growing an Empire | with CEO Leilani Anderson-Monroe MBA
In this powerful episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, we sit down with CEO Leilani Anderson for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build an empire, without losing yourself in the process.Leilani shares her journey ...
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Season 9
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59:10
Grace, Beauty and the Animals We LOVE! | with Special Guest Jessica Mancera CEO of Cora Sol Aesthetics
Grace, Beauty, and the Animals We LOVE! In this heartfelt episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, I’m joined by special guest Jessica Mancera for a beautiful conversation about compassion, purpose, and the deep connections we shar...
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Season 9
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58:48
Stop Breaking Your Own Heart
In this episode of the Allow Yourself Grace podcast, we explore how self-betrayal, negative self-talk, and ignoring your own needs can quietly break your heart. This conversation is a gentle reminder to choose yourself, honor your boun...
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Season 9
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33:11
Stop Being So Hard on Yourself
In this uplifting episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, host Courtney Christten speaks directly to the heart of anyone carrying the weight of self-criticism. If you’ve been pushing yourself past your limits, replaying mista...
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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31:22
Give Yourself Permission to Rest
In this calming and heartfelt episode, host Courtney Christten invites you to slow down, breathe, and give yourself permission to rest. In a world that glorifies constant movement and nonstop productivity, this conversation is y...
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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23:24
Staying in Alignment with God's Plan | Winning Wives Series ft. Life Coach Lanae Nelson
In this episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, we continue the Winning Wives Series with a special conversation featuring Lanae Nelson, co-host of the Love and Truth Podcast. Lanae shares wisdom on staying aligned with God’s plan, balanci...
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47:54
Surrendered & Submissive: Trusting God’s Lead as a Winning Wife w/ Kia Kennard
In this powerful episode of the Allow Yourself Grace: Winning Wives Series, host Courtney Christten sits down with special guest Kia Kennard, founder of She's Authentically Her @KandidWithKiaRenee. Together, we dive deep into what it truly mean...
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Season 8
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1:07:44
Winning in Wellness | A Wife & Mom’s Journey with Sabree Cotton
✨ In this episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Winning Wives Series, we sit down with special guest Sabree Cotton—a wife, mom, spa owner (eminencespa_htx) and herbalist. She shares her journey of balancing family life, entrepreneurship, and holi...
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Season 8
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50:56
What to do When Life Feels Like a Rollercoaster
In this bonus episode of Allow Yourself Grace, I open up about what to do when life feels like a rollercoaster full of unexpected twists, highs, and lows. I share personal reflections, practical tips, and faith-filled encouragement to help you ...
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Season 8
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12:53
Winning Wives | Redefining Strength in Marriage & Life
Being a Winning Wife isn’t just about marriage it’s about redefining life, love, and grace in every season. In this first episode of the Winning Wives Series on the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, Courtney Christten sits down with Kea Kea (@im.th...
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Season 8
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52:46
How to FULLY Surrender: Walk in Grace, Faith, and Consistency | Season 7 Finale
In this Season 7 finale of the Allow Yourself Grace podcast, we dive deep into what it means to fully surrender your plans, your pace, and your path to God. This episode is all about learning to walk in grace, stay rooted...
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Season 7
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36:08
Preparing to Fight by Standing on the Promises
In this episode, host Courtney Christten reminds us that even when life feels overwhelming, God’s promises are still true. When you feel like giving up, this is your call to fight—but not in your own strength. You fight by standing on the unsha...
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Season 7
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37:10
Winning When the Odds Are Stacked Against You
In this powerful episode of Allow Yourself Grace, Courtney gets real about what it means to win when everything seems to be working against you. From setbacks to self-doubt, we explore how faith, resilience, and grace can lead to break...
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Season 7
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37:37
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How Do I Stay in Shape Spiritually If God Doesn’t Add Weight to the Bar?
Welcome back to Allow Yourself Grace with your host, Courtney Christten the space where we get real, get raw, and rise anyway.In today’s soul-shifting episode, Courtney explores what it means to stay spiritually strong in seasons of sti...
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Season 7
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35:32
Joy is My Strength | The Power of Choosing Joy in Hard Seasons
In this episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, we dive deep into the soul work of choosing joy—even when life doesn’t feel joyful. When storms hit, joy isn’t just an emotion—it’s a decision, a discipline, and a declaration...
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Season 7
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35:48
The Grace to Find Joy
In this heartfelt episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten explores what it truly means to give yourself permission to rediscover joy—even in seasons of uncertainty, transition, or healing. Courtney invites listeners to...
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Season 7
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31:07
Grace to Grow: Letting Go of Who you had to be to Survive
In this powerful episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten opens up about the emotional journey of releasing the survival version of yourself—the version that had to be strong, silent, guarded, or perfect just to make it...
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Season 7
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33:14
Wholeness Over Appearance | Healing From the Inside Out
In this episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten dives deep into what it means to be truly whole—not just looking good on the outside, but healing emotionally, mentally, and spiritually from within. 🎧 Listen ...
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Season 7
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36:22
TRYING SOMETHING NEW: THE SHIFT THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING
In this heartfelt episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, host Courtney Christten opens up about what it really takes to step into something new, even when fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome try to block your blessin...
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Season 7
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32:09
How to Stop Self Sabotaging
In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden habits and mindsets that cause us to self-sabotage. From procrastination to perfectionism, we’ll unpack why we get in our own way—and how to break the cycle for good. Whether you’re building a br...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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36:56
Sis, You’re Not Stuck—You’re Self-Sabotaging!
Feeling like you’re constantly hitting a wall in life, business, or relationships? It might not be the world holding you back—it could be you. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the signs of self-sabotage, how it shows up in your daily...
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Season 7
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34:44